1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | 456M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
